Aimi

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Aimi is a single player role playing game with a horror theme. It was developed by Toasty and was released on October 20, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Memories swirl all around you...Or are these memories? Familiar faces and places you think you remember but somehow now seem so different. Why are you here? Where is here?

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Audience ScoreBased on 81 reviews

story14 positive mentions

The game features a touching and immersive story that explores heavy themes, resonating with players on a personal level.
The visual style and music create a captivating atmosphere that enhances the emotional experience of the game.
The puzzles are engaging and provide a good challenge, contributing to the overall gameplay experience.

The pacing can be slow, with lengthy dialogue and unskippable scenes that may frustrate players looking for more action.
Some players found the story incoherent and felt that it lacked depth in character relationships and development.
The chase sequences and certain puzzles were considered overly difficult, leading to frustration and potential soft locks.

story
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has garnered mixed reviews, with players expressing a strong emotional connection to the characters and themes, particularly regarding mental health. However, many found the narrative to be incoherent and overstuffed with plot points, leading to confusion and a lack of impact. While some appreciated the unique and dark storyline, others felt it needed better pacing and structure to fully resonate.
- “I absolutely love the story and atmosphere; it actually creeped me out a little, which was cool. I wish there was more on Aimi's backstory and more on the characters in general, but as a first game, it's amazing!”
- “This game does a beautiful job weaving its story and exploring heavy topics.”
- “The storyline is very rich, and the closer you get to the ending of the game, the truth is revealed.”
- “I sort of get what the story was, but the game wasn't always structured well enough to leave an impact.”
- “The story was a bit over-the-top and for its length, I believe there were one too many plot points that were being bounced around nonstop.”
- “The pacing was a bit hectic and I felt like I was jumping all over the place, never having enough time to digest each scene completely, leading to an especially confusing story.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally well-received, with many praising the unique art style that evokes a horror aesthetic reminiscent of "Corpse Party." The character sprites are highlighted as visually appealing, although some minor issues, like missing limbs, were noted. Overall, the visuals and sound effectively enhance the game's tone and symbolism, contributing to a positive artistic experience.
- “I love the art style.”
- “The horror art style reminded me a bit of Corpse Party, which is one of my favorite horror games.”
- “The artwork is really nice too.”
- “Graphics are decent.”
- “Many of the sounds and visuals clearly displayed the current tone or symbolism found in the scenes, and I really think the character sprites (while talking) look great, but Aimi is missing her legs, which threw me off!”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring engaging puzzles and mechanics that encourage logical thinking, though some players feel there is a lack of sufficient gameplay elements. While the unique storyline adds to the experience, the pacing of dialogue and limited gameplay moments have drawn criticism from certain users. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable but could benefit from more content and refinement.
- “This game was fun to play and had a unique storyline with some decent puzzles, chases, and mechanics.”
- “The gameplay aspects are good and they make you think about how to act.”
- “The gameplay is pretty good; there were no puzzles that made me scratch my head too much but still posed a challenge that made me step back and think logically.”
- “I do want to read the dialogue, but it's too slow for me and it doesn't help that there's been practically no gameplay yet.”
- “My main peeve with the game is the gameplay, or rather lack of it.”
- “Hard gameplay, poor script writing, overall sucks.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is mixed; while it attempts to create an immersive experience, some reviewers feel it lacks depth by not fully exploring character drama, leading to a less impactful narrative. However, others appreciate the game's ability to evoke strong emotions and create a deep connection, suggesting that it can still resonate with players seeking an emotional journey.
- “And that's what happened to me, and if you love getting emotionally (even if it's not sad) immersed in a story and forget that you have a physical body until the story is over... try this game :)”
- “Many moments in the game can really show the expression of emotions; this game was for toasty, which added a layer of depth that some emotional games don't achieve.”
- “There are other games like Rakuen and To the Moon that mix fantastical concepts with a more real emotional throughline, but I think those work better because they know how to give sufficient attention to the crux of their characters' drama, whereas this game seemed to brush past several different events without letting any of them linger and soak in.”
- “A boring story makes you play for a minute, but a story that you become part of makes you feel like the character on the journey to the end.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters was lacking, making it hard to connect with their struggles.”
- “I felt no attachment to the storyline; it failed to evoke any real emotions during critical moments.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is consistently praised as a highlight, effectively setting the mood and enhancing the overall experience alongside the character art and sound effects. Reviewers appreciate its quality, noting that it complements the gameplay and puzzles well without causing frustration.
- “This was definitely the highlight of my experience; the character art, sprites, set pieces, sound effects, and music set the mood and are really good.”
- “The graphics and music are pretty good, and the puzzles are not too hard to make the game frustrating.”
- “I was expecting Aimi x Thomas, but it's okay; the puzzles were also challenging, and I loved the art and music as well.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised, with many users finding it immersive and even unsettling at times. While the overall ambiance and storytelling are appreciated, some players express a desire for deeper character development and backstory.
- “I absolutely love the story and atmosphere; it actually creeped me out a little, so that was cool (also lack of sleep, lol). I wish there was more on Aimi's backstory and more on the characters in general, but as a first game, it's amazing!”
- “I absolutely love the story and atmosphere; it actually creeped me out a little, which was cool (also lack of sleep, lol). However, I wish there was more on Aimi's backstory and more on the characters in general. But as a first game, it's amazing!”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as quirky and offbeat, effectively drawing players in with its amusing trailer while complementing the horror and puzzle elements.
- “I was drawn in by the funny trailer, stayed for the horror/puzzle aspect of the game.”
- “Kind of weird, kind of funny.”